2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Vento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
